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Fullerton School District 1401 W. Valencia Dr. Fullerton, CA 92833 |
January 17, 2021
Dear Fullerton Community,
The Board of Fullerton School District is “encouraging district wide participation in Black History Month” throughout February and “declaring that the lives of black students matter” (Per Resolution 19/20-21). Fullerton School District is committed to supporting and appreciating our diverse community and standing against racial injustice.
By listening and responding to the voices within our Fullerton school communities, we better understand the ways in which our students, parents and staff of diverse backgrounds have experienced the impact of national events as it relates to their own local experiences. With this understanding, we aim to elevate our responsiveness to our Fullerton school community, advance our educational system for students of all backgrounds, and better engage students, parents and staff.
The Fullerton Associations, CSEA, FETA, FESMA, FSD, PTA, DELAC, and Champions for Learning are working in unison to enhance our Fullerton school communities and to voice solidarity with our parents, students, and staff. In collaboration with our associations, we have completed the Listening Tour process that included focus group discussions, which captured the voices and experience of our parents, staff and students. Additionally, all parents were sent a district-wide survey to elicit input regarding their experiences with cultural awareness and inclusion. Based on the data, the Listening Tour Committee identified common themes that include a needs assessment that will help FSD be more culturally responsive in the areas of professional development, curriculum and resources, cultural awareness, and cultural celebrations. Committee recommendations for action will be formalized through the LCAP process and Board of Trustees’ approval. The following goals were established by the Listening Tour Committee and supported by the Board on December 15, 2020.
The Fullerton Council PTA, DELAC, CSEA, FETA, FESMA, Champions for Learning and FSD are committed to working together with the entire FSD community to ensure that our students and families feel heard, valued, and accepted. We embrace our diversity and know that together, we can understand each other and treat one another with kindness and respect. Our unique differences are one of many attributes that make FSD a truly special place.
Sincerely,
Fullerton School District